Tender

T21/16_Apprenticeship ePortfolio

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY

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Tender

14 Dec 2021 at 11:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) seeking bids for the provision of an Apprenticeship ePortfolio. This tender, titled "T21/16_Apprenticeship ePortfolio," falls under the software industry category, specifically focusing on miscellaneous software packages and industry-specific software packages. The tender period ends on 18th January 2022, at 12 noon, and the contract is expected to commence on 19th April 2022, lasting until 31st August 2027. The procurement method is selective, employing a restricted procedure above threshold, and interested parties must register on ARU's electronic tendering system to participate.

This opportunity represents a potential avenue for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in educational software and apprenticeship solutions. Companies that have experience with apprenticeship frameworks, ePortfolio systems, or innovative digital learning solutions would be well-positioned to compete in this tender. As ARU collaborates with over 460 employers to deliver tailored degree apprenticeship programmes, the successful bidder will play a significant role in shaping the future of apprenticeship training, making this a strategic opportunity for firms aiming to expand their portfolio in the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

T21/16_Apprenticeship ePortfolio

Notice Description

Please find attached documents relating to the procurement for an Apprenticeship ePortfolio. Please note the closing date for your Selection Questionnaire submission(s) is 12 noon on 18th January 2022. Please do not complete the Invitation to tender (ITT) documentation at this stage. You will be informed in due course whether you have progressed to the ITT stage. Bidders must check that all the documents listed in the contents have been received by the Bidder and are complete in all respects. Documents that must be returned to us completed in full at this stage are: Apprenticeship ePortfolio SQ Bidders are reminded that large electronic files may take time to upload to In-Tend. Bidders must allow sufficient time to fully transmit all files they wish to submit prior to the published closing time. Please see paragraph 1.13 of the Selection Questionnaire document for further information. End date for Contract Finder is for information only. Additional information: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/angliaruskinuniversity/ The tender is being conducted electronically using the Anglia Ruskin University eTendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/angliaruskinuniversity/ . To receive documents, the users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the website and express interest. Delivery Notes ARU is now one of the UK's leading providers of degree apprenticeships, working in partnership with professional bodies and some of the biggest names in industry and public services. We currently work with over 460 regional and national employers to offer a wide range of future relevant degree level programmes that have been designed to meet the needs of today's employers and provide exciting career development opportunities for over 2,000 apprentices. To comply with the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) funding rules that govern apprenticeships in the UK, all apprentices must evidence that a minimum of 20% of their contracted working hours are protected by their employers for developing the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSB) required to meet their apprenticeship standard throughout the duration of their apprenticeship. These are known as 'Off the Job' (OTJ) Learning hours. In addition, we are required to monitor the progress each apprentice is making in their development of the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours as they work through their apprenticeship and their End Point Assessment (EPA). For some apprenticeships, in addition, the development of a portfolio of work is a required component of the EPA itself. For both these elements, ARU are seeking an Apprenticeship ePortfolio that meets the requirements set out within the tender documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5acc7306-70fb-4258-9498-8aee0715e6b0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 2022 - 31 Aug 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ENGLAND
Postcode
CM1 1SQ
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Marconi
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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